Good News Roundup For Denver's Metro Area And Boulder

Since the coronavirus pandemic began, Coloradans have received a barrage of breaking news, emergency alerts and notifications about the latest number of cases and deaths. And then came the wildfires, the drought and a lot of other bad news.

But 2020 also brought out Coloradans' resilience and fighting spirit, and many have stepped up to help their neighbors and make the best of things.

Here's a roundup of recent good news stories:

Colorado Year In Review: Most-Read Stories Of 2020

As we enthusiastically say goodbye to 2020, here's a look at Patch's most read stories over the past year in Colorado.

More Than $27K Raised To Save Lion's Lair In Denver

Coloradans have come together to help save an iconic Denver bar that's struggling during the pandemic.

Gov. Polis Asks For Level Red Counties To Move To Level Orange

Gov. Jared Polis has asked the state's public health agency to ease restrictions on Level Red counties.

Coloradans 70 And Older, Others Moved To Higher Vaccine Priority

People 70 and older, teachers and grocery store workers have shifted into Phase 1B of the state's vaccine distribution, Gov. Polis said.

Arapahoe County Approved For 5-Star Recovery Program

Arapahoe County businesses can apply for a new partner program that will allow them to operate under higher capacities.

Lakewood Employee Stops Scammers From Targeting Elderly Man

A Lakewood code enforcement officer was off duty, when he overheard someone trying to scam an elderly man, the city said.

Playa Bowls Set To Open First Colorado Spot In Littleton

An acai super fruit bowl shop is coming to Littleton in the new year, franchisees announced.

Douglas County Approved For Colorado's 5-Star Program

Douglas County became the first county in metro Denver to be approved for the state's 5-Star Certification Program. Here's what that means.

Olde Town Arvada Street Closures Extended To March 31

"It is critical to continue to do everything possible to support small businesses," Olde Town Arvada BID's executive director said.

Slang Worldwide, With U.S. Headquarters in Denver, Set To Expand

Colorado competed with California and Oregon for the additional jobs and facility expansion.